Weaving Roots

A Gathering of Mercies, Book 1

By: Heather Wood

Narrated by: Leigh Foster

Baltimore, 1828. Spinning. Turning flax to fine linen thread for her family’s weaving business keeps Betha’s hands occupied all day, but it’s the concerns spinning in her heart that never truly rest. How can she give her nephew Henry a secure, loving home when his father remains indifferent? How can she guide the boy who calls her “Ma” to know and follow the Lord for himself? And when past secrets and future changes collide, will she lose Henry altogether?

Colm Gallagher is passionate about teaching boys using innovative educational methods. But is his kind and thorough instruction enough if he is not allowed to give his students the ultimate truth of God’s Word? Confronted by his student Henry Young and the boy’s lovely but determined aunt, Colm considers if he has allowed practical considerations to outweigh his deepest-held beliefs. Even as Betha and Colm are drawn to each other, family loyalties, financial pressures, and personal uncertainties push them further apart. Will the threads of their lives unravel or become knit together into something stronger? Weaving linen is her family’s legacy. Weaving roots of truth and grace is her calling.

©2024 Heather Wood (P)2025 Heather Wood

The commitment and character of the main characters.

I enjoyed the history that was shared in this story. I loved the characters and how the story stayed true to God’s word. I really recommend the book.

Good Christian drama.

All characters contributed to a moving story which held my interest until the end . Needless to say there was no objectionable language or intimacy.

Historical detail

Christian based love story with a historic setting. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series

Nice, clean storyline.

I liked that the book kept the story moving and that the author checked for historical accuracy in her storyline. The voices were great and very entertaining.

Growth in my faith

It was lovely to hear a story helping me grow in my faith a a Christian. Often books just hint at a believe but this is fully committed!